2008-2012 Tesla Roadster Trailing Arm Torque Specs

Single Motor RWD

Applies to 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Tesla Roadster

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (8 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	88	65	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	115	85	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	61	45	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for trailing arm on a 2008-2012 Tesla Roadster is 88 Nm (65 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

There are 8 torque specifications for trailing arm on the 2008-2012 Tesla Roadster Single Motor RWD, covering all related fasteners and components.